We are going to risk a meeting at the Three Magnets, in Leys Avenue. As the conditions for meeting in pubs are not entirely certain at the time of writing, it is strongly recommended to contact me before travelling to confirm that the meeting is going ahead. Please call [Phone Number] or email [Email] for details. Or please visit the East Midlands Mensa Facebook group for updates.
Join us for a fun treasure trail following clues around Bedford. Contact me nearer the time for the meeting point - [Email], or [Phone Number] / [Phone Number].
Please join Dave and Alison online for a relaxed and informal Sunday afternoon of board games and chat. All members and friends are welcome. We play most Sundays using www.boardgamearena.com and Jitsi for chat. Further details are on the main Mensa web site. For more information please contact Dave a few days beforehand. Either telephone him on [Phone Number] or e-mail to [Email]
We should finally be able to meet at the Vat & Fiddle pub on Queensbridge Road near Nottingham railway station. Please contact Maxine on [Phone Number] or [Email] if you'd like to come to this drink and chat event in case we need to book a table or restrict numbers in any way.
A meal and good conversation at The Cadland, High Road, Chilwell. Part of the Ember Inn chain of pub/restaurant. Please phone Maxine on [Phone Number] or email [Email] to express interest for table booking purposes. The venue has a large car park and is on bus routes.
Join us for a friendly discussion over lunch. We might meet in our regular pub in Lincoln or alternatively on Zoom, depending on circumstances. Topic this month: "What is family?" - plenty to think about there! It's essential to contact Jacquie by Friday, 9th, to confirm whether pub or online meeting and let her know you'll be attending. Jacquie is on [Email] or [Phone Number].
An afternoon visiting the gardens of the ancestral home of poet Lord Byron at Newstead Abbey (NG15 8NA). There are 16 oases, walled garden, waterfall, mini fortress, short walking trails, peacocks and more. Bring a picnic or purchase food/drink from their cafe. Entrance free but parking £6 per car. Please contact Maxine on [Phone Number] or [Email] to confirm this event is going ahead
Join us on Zoom for a friendly chat over coffee. No formalities or discussion topics, although please feel free to suggest something if you like. All very welcome. Contact Jacquie in advance for the Zoom link, and for encouragement if you are a newcomer to the group or haven't used Zoom before. Contact Jacquie on [Email] or [Phone Number].
On the 200th day of this year, come down to the Cradock Arms, 201 Knighton Road LE2 3TT and have friendly chat over a drink or two. You can find me at a table with the yellow Mblem. Feel free to bring a friend with you. If there are still restrictions, you may need to book ahead so contact me on [Phone Number] or at [Email]
Fun general knowledge quiz via Zoom. Link will be publicised nearer the time via social media, or contact Jo at [Email], or [Phone Number] / [Phone Number].
Pyewipe Inn, Lincoln, LN1 2BG. A return to this pleasant pub beside the Fossdyke canal, down a signposted lane off A57 just to west of A46 bypass roundabout. We'll sit outside unless the weather is very bad. It's a popular place and tables book up quickly, so it's essential to confirm with Jacquie by Friday, 16th. Contact on [Email] or [Phone Number].
We are planning another visit to the Markeaton, Kedleston Road, Derby, DE22 2TF for our 3rd Wednesday of the Month meeting. Likely to involve a meal but if you don't want to eat that's fine. We do need to know you are coming please as we don't know what restrictions will look like by then. Contact Helen on [Email] or [Phone Number] by Wednesday 14th July
By this date we should be able to meet in person and enjoy some relaxed conversation, cake and coffee together in Aylesbury. If you would like to come, please let me know on [Phone Number] or e-mail me at [Email] a few days beforehand to confirm the venue and that the meeting is going ahead.
A self guided walking tour to find 30 colourful and unique 5ft rams on a free discovery trail around the city of Derby. It starts at Derby Museum and Art Gallery, The Strand, Derby, DE1 1BS. The whole trail is 3.4 miles long but we don't have to do it all. Please let Susan know if you are interested on [Phone Number] or [Email]
Join us online via Zoom as we chat over breakfast. Zoom link will be publicised nearer the time via social media, or contact Jo at [Email], or [Phone Number] / [Phone Number].
A meal at Gino's Italian restaurant, Church Street, Ruddington, NG11 6HD. Reserve your place with Maxine on [Phone Number] or [Email] by 20th please as the venue is popular. Menu at www.ginos-ruddington.com. Grazie!
See earlier for an in person meeting on the 3rd Wednesday. This month our chat on Zoom will again be on the 4th Wednesday. We aim for it to last around an hour and twenty minutes but no pressure to stay the whole time. New faces welcome. Please contact me for the Zoom link.
All being well, Last Friday returns after a long gap. As ever, we are at the Cowper Arms, Digswell from 8pm. As I do not yet know what the pub's arrangements will be, if you want to come, please can you call me on [Phone Number] no later than Friday 16 July. Regrettably, it may not be possible to accommodate you if you don't let me know in advance.
This month we are meeting at the Miller & Carter, 933 Loughborough Road, Rothley LE7 7NJ. Note there is a dress code at these venues - no sportswear allowed. Booking in advance is essential so please let me know by 19th July if you want to join us. Contact me on [Phone Number] or e-mail [Email].